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http://www.lsoft.com/images/listserv_small.gifChristmas stocking stuffers from Herbal Lodge - made in Michigan http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1612&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=1429
Minagin - Natural pain relief salve, starting at $9 - (petoskey, MI) Made with wild harvested and certified organic ingredients. Great for fibromyalgia, joint pain, arthritis, nerve damage and more. Lots of great reviews (5,000 + likes on fb). Uses unique wildharvested ingredient not found in other products. Most potent pain relief salve. 1,000 year old formula. 1 oz $9 2 oz $14 4 oz $24 [...] 2016-12-09T12:54:19-05:00Nathan Wright http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1612&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=1429Nov 27, 2016 Organic Listserv http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1612&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=633
Certified Organic Hay - $40 (Central Lake, MI) USDA certified organic round bales. 4X4. Good quality grass/alfalfa mix. Never been rained on. Stored under tarp. Certified through OEFFA. $40.00 per round bale. Price negotiable for high volume sales. Contact Ryan: 231-350-3366, Providence Organic Farm<br><br>Sent from my iPhone<br><br>> On Nov 27, 2016, at 10:36 PM, Morrone, Vicki <sorrone@ANR.MSU.EDU> wrote: > > Michigan Organic Listserv > Nov 28, 2016 > Center for Regional Food System > > For farmers and people interested in organic agriculture and opportunities > > Questions and ideas contact Vicki Morrone (sorrone@msu.edu) > > What’s on [...]2016-12-09T12:15:59-05:00Providence Organic Farm http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1612&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=633Next Week! Lansing Roots Incubator Farm Recruitment Sessions http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1612&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=54
Hello All,<br><br>Lansing Roots, a program of the Greater Lansing Food Bank, is looking for farmers to participate in our incubator farm program. If you are an interested farmer or know of someone who may be looking to develop their own farm business, please attend one of our upcoming farmer recruitment sessions. Feel free to share this with others and/or contact me directly for more details. (contact info below) [...] 2016-12-09T16:27:26+00:00Benjamin Sommers http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1612&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=54an additional job offer in the Organic production world-at MSU East Lansing MI http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=5714
[cid:image001.jpg@01D24964.60DD9FA0]<br><br><br><br>Production Manager Position Announcement MSU Student Organic Farm, Department of Horticulture,<br><br>College of Agriculture and Natural Resources<br><br>The Michigan State University Student Organic Farm (SOF) is seeking a Production Manager for its 15-acre certified organic year-round teaching farm. The candidate must be positive, hard-working, self-directed, energetic, and enjoy working collaboratively with other farm staff, students, and faculty. Additionally, the candidate must have three years of organic farming experience with progressively increasing management experience. Candidates with five years of organic farming experience and three years of management experience are preferred. MSU SOF produce markets include a 48-week vegetable CSA program [...]2016-11-28T15:45:25+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=5714Nov 27, 2016 Organic Listserv http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=5117
Michigan Organic Listserv Nov 28, 2016 Center for Regional Food System<br><br>For farmers and people interested in organic agriculture and opportunities<br><br>Questions and ideas contact Vicki Morrone (sorrone@msu.edu)<mailto:sorrone@msu.edu)><br><br>What’s on offer? Last Minute Opportunity News about the National Organic Program (NOP) and Sustainable Agriculture Pollination News Update Educational Opportunities Employment Opportunities Funding Opportunities [...]2016-11-28T03:36:03+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=5117MSU Student Organic Farm is Hiring a Production Manager! http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=4166
*Production Manager Position Announcement*<br><br>*MSU Student Organic Farm, Department of Horticulture, *<br><br>*College of Agriculture and Natural Resources*<br><br><br><br>The Michigan State University Student Organic Farm (SOF) is seeking a Production Manager for its 15-acre certified organic year-round teaching farm. The candidate must be positive, hard-working, self-directed, energetic, and enjoy working collaboratively with other farm staff, students, and faculty. Additionally, the candidate must have three years of organic farming experience with progressively increasing management experience. Candidates with five years of organic farming experience and three years of management experience are preferred. MSU SOF produce markets include a 48-week vegetable CSA program [...]2016-11-24T09:22:52-05:00Student Organic Farm MSU http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=4166Greater Lansing Food Bank Garden Project Internship Posting http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=3482
Hello,<br><br>A Garden Project Intern is being sought by the Greater Lansing Food Bank to work directly with Garden Project staff on a variety of tasks. These may include assisting with educational and promotional efforts, working at the GP Resource Center and/or Demonstration Garden, supporting gardeners and volunteers, and handling garden site preparations. For a full position description, including application instructions, click here<http://greaterlansingfoodbank.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/GP_Intern_2017.pdf>. [...] 2016-11-16T21:41:31+00:00Majel Maes http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=3482Fwd: Conservation Funds Available to Michigan Farmers http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=2379
Note that below you can see that EQIP cost share is available especially for farmers transitioning to organic and those seeking MAEAP Verification!<br><br><br><br>From: "USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service" <USDA-NRCS@public.govdelivery.com<mailto:USDA-NRCS@public.govdelivery.com>> Date: November 14, 2016 at 2:01:48 PM EST To: sorrone@msu.edu<mailto:sorrone@msu.edu> Subject: Conservation Funds Available to Michigan Farmers Reply-To: USDA-NRCS@public.govdelivery.com<mailto:USDA-NRCS@public.govdelivery.com><br><br>.<br><br>[Bookmark and Share]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYxMTE0LjY2MjgwMzcxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MTExNC42NjI4MDM3MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3MzYzNjkwJmVtYWlsaWQ9c29ycm9uZUBtc3UuZWR1JnVzZXJpZD1zb3Jyb25lQG1zdS5lZHUmZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&101&&&https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDANRCS/bulletins/17263e2?reqfrom=share> [...] 2016-11-15T02:57:39+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=2379Fwd: [eOrganic Updates] Seed Contracting and Economics Webinar next week http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=1542
<br><br>We need more LOCALLY produced and organic seed, you may consider this to expand your business plan for organic farming. Please join me on this webinar if you can. Vicki Morrone Organic Farm Specialist Center for Regional Food Systems at MSU Seed Contracting and Economics Webinar next week<br><br>Join us next Tuesday, November 15th, as we present the final webinar in the Organic Seed Production Six-Webinar Series! This webinar will cover Seed Contracting and Economics. Organized by the Organic Seed Alliance and the Multinational Exchange for Sustainable Agriculture, this webinar is geared toward beginning farmers and anyone interested in learning [...] 2016-11-09T17:36:28+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=1542GLFB Garden Project/Lansing Roots Internship Posting http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=748
Greetings, and apologies for any cross postings!<br><br>The Greater Lansing Food Bank is seeking a Plant Propagation Intern for spring semester to produce vegetable seedlings in a greenhouse for the Garden Project<http://greaterlansingfoodbank.org/programs/programs-home/the-garden-project/> and Lansing Roots<http://greaterlansingfoodbank.org/programs/programs-home/lansing-roots/> programs. Responsibilities include:<br><br><br><br>* Seed selection and starting, watering, nutrient management, and ongoing plant maintenance<br><br>* Management of greenhouse space (learn climate control mechanisms, organize and clean greenhouse materials) [...] 2016-11-04T19:36:42+00:00Majel Maes http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=748NEW Great Lakes EXPO Bus Tour Stops mon before GLEXPO http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=54
<br><br><br><br>Vicki Morrone Center for Regional Food Systems Dept of Community Sustainability Michigan State University East Lansing, Mi 48824 517-282-3557 255 787 774 784 (Tanzania)<br><br>Begin forwarded message:<br><br>From: "GLEXPO Bus Tour" <bustour@greatamericanpublish.com<mailto:bustour@greatamericanpublish.com>> Date: November 1, 2016 at 12:03:54 PM EDT To: <sorrone@msu.edu<mailto:sorrone@msu.edu>> Subject: NEW Great Lakes EXPO Bus Tour Stops Reply-To: bustour@greatamericanpublish.com<mailto:bustour@greatamericanpublish.com> [...] 2016-11-01T16:16:02+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1611&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=54[MI Farmer Field School] FALL WORKSHOP SAVINGS & LAST DAYS TO REGISTER for Scaling Up Your Farm Business http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=5115
We have a great two month line-up of workshops for you! Please share widely with farmers you know - See our new Fall Workshop savings. Please see workshop listings attached for your calendar postings too.<br><br>Join us for this high-powered line up of farmers sharing their lessons and tricks of the trade on getting to the right scale for your farm. FARMER FIELD SCHOOL Intensive Workshops for Farmers [...]2016-10-30T10:51:49-04:00Tom Cary http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=5115MSU Organic Listserv Oct 26 16 http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=4330
Michigan Organic Listserv October 24, 2016 Center for Regional Food Systems<br><br>What’s Up? Organic Production and NOP Educational Events Have your Voice Heard Grants and Scholarships Farm Equipment for Sale<br><br><br><br>From the Desk of Vicki (sorrone@msu.edu)<mailto:sorrone@msu.edu)><br><br>Embrace the Season of Conferences! Now that the growing season is winding down (oh how I will miss those fresh tomatoes) there is time to consider what do you and your business need to move to the next level. Whether that be in the form of information or a technology or process chances are that you can gain valuable information and resources from one [...]2016-10-26T21:37:39+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=4330Begin Farming Apprentice Program in central Ohio http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=3749
Greetings,<br><br>Please help me get the word out about OEFFA's Begin Farming Program <http://policy.oeffa.org/content_item/beginfarming>. We are excited to continue this important work that many of you are already doing with beginning farmers in Ohio's surrounding states. Note that these opportunities are not limited to Ohio residents.<br><br>Please feel free to share the following opportunities with your networks as you see fit. [...]2016-10-26T16:16:19-04:00Kelly Henderson http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=3749Exciting Program changes to the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program for 2017 ~ Apply Today! http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=2910
*MSU Organic Farmer Training Program to be offered in new format!*<br><br><br><br><br><br>We are excited to announce that the Organic Farmer Training Program (OFTP) is being offered in a new format starting in 2017. The new OFTP is a more robust learning platform for those who are committed to owning their own farm business, managing farm operations, or working with others on their path to food production and sustainable agriculture. These changes were made to increase accessibility, focus on the highest impact program components, and decrease costs for participants while providing a greater focus on technical knowledge and skills. [...]2016-10-25T13:12:01-04:00Student Organic Farm MSU http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=2910Organic Farm, equipment and supplies for sale http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=2778
2016-10-24T11:17:36-07:00Karen Warner http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=2778[MI Farmer Fieldschool] Register Soon for Nov. 6 Scaling Up Your Farm Workshop http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=2138
Please share with farmers you know. Apologies for cross-postings.<br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br>Intensive Workshops for Farmers<br><br>- Learn from Successful Farmers - - Visit Successful Farms - - Improve Your Business - *Trying to Grow Your Farm Business?* NOVEMBER WORKSHOP<br><br>Scaling Up (or Down): Finding and Getting to the Right Scale for Your Farm<br><br>*Sunday November 6th, 9am-5pm* $150 for 1 person ($40 additional for a 2nd person from the same farm) [...]2016-10-21T22:09:17-04:00Tom Cary http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=2138Please share with all interested: Dr. Andrea Allen Seminar from CASID to present Oct 20-3:30 -5:00 Rm 221 Natural Resource Building http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=1475
Please if you have access to relevant listservs share with our colleagues<br><br>Center for Regional Food System Seminar The Social Science of Agrifood System Development: International, Institutional and Individual Perspectives at MSU<br><br>Presenting: Dr. Andrea Allen - Associate Director Center for the Advanced Study of International Development (CASID)<br><br>October 20, 3:30-5:00 Room 221 Natural Resource Building [...] 2016-10-13T15:40:43+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=1475Building Blocks for the Food Entrepreneur is back-- starting next week in Ypsilanti! http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=685
<br><br><br><br>Vicki Morrone Center for Regional Food Systems Dept of Community Sustainability Michigan State University East Lansing, Mi 48824 517-282-3557 255 787 774 784 (Tanzania)<br><br>Begin forwarded message:<br><br>From: Amanda Maria Edmonds <amanda@GROWINGHOPE.NET<mailto:amanda@growinghope.net>> Date: October 12, 2016 at 2:25:40 PM GMT+2 To: <FOODSPEAK@LIST.MSU.EDU<mailto:FOODSPEAK@list.msu.edu>> Subject: [FOODSPEAK] Building Blocks for the Food Entrepreneur is back-- starting next week in Ypsilanti! Reply-To: Amanda Maria Edmonds <amanda@GROWINGHOPE.NET<mailto:amanda@growinghope.net>> [...] 2016-10-13T03:45:04+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=685all you who want to share your thoughts and learn about the forthcoming FARM BILL! http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=53
A meeting is planned at Almar Orchard, that is Jim and Linda Koan's organic orchard! This is scheduled for Oct 13 so come with questions and ideas how organic farming can be better supported. Also consider the programs that you have benefited from such as Organic Cost Share the EQIP Program (hoop houses, water management, pollinator support, cover crop enhancement) and how that has allowed you to be a better farmer AND citizen on planet earth. [...] 2016-10-06T13:24:50+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1610&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=53Sept 27, 2016 Michigan Organic Listserv http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=4274
<br><br>Michigan Organic Listserv September 26, 2016 Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems<br><br><br><br>Brought to you by Vicki Morrone, Organic Farming Specialist. Questions or comments: sorrone@msu.edu<mailto:sorrone@msu.edu><br><br>What’s up? · Organic Cost Share Certification due Oct 1 · We need your 2 ¢-Educators to align food safety training with farmers’ needs · Soil Health programs held across the state by Dan Ketering · New Organic Training Programs-online and in Michigan o Beginner Farmer o Seed Production o E-Organic Webinars on various topics o Financing a farm operation o New High tunnel systems bulletin offered [...] 2016-09-28T13:07:53+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=4274Food Safety Modernization Act Needs Assessment http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=3506
Hi Folks,<br><br>Apologies in advance for cross posting. I am Phil Tocco, a Michigan representative for the North Central Region Center for Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) training, Extension and Technical Assistance. As the state rep, I am responsible for helping assess the needs small and very small growers have in complying with the FSMA Produce Safety Rule. The initial way we're trying to assess these needs is through a survey. This survey is anonymous and the information gathered will help us identify and meet educational needs with regards to compliance with FSMA. For more information on NCR FSMA, go [...] 2016-09-14T20:31:04+00:00Tocco, Phillip http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=3506HOPE YOU CAN JOIN US FOR AN ORGANIC FIELD DAY IN MILAN MI-THUR NIGHT SEPT 8 6-8 PM http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=2886
Please come and join us in Milan (south on Rt 23, south of Ann Arbor, MI) TOMORROW NIGHT -6-8 pm 12491 CARPENTER RD, MILAN MI 734-260-2324 OR 517-282-3557 FOR ADDITIONAL INFO.<br><br>SEE AND EXPERIENCE Tillage equipment in action Various scenarios of cover crops to reduce weeds and build soil and encourage beneficial insects Vegetable farm selling to multiple markets Books and bulletins useful to you as you improve your farming [...] 2016-09-07T23:44:15+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=2886Deadline to Organic Cost Share QUICKLY approaching Oct 1!! http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=2120
Her ye here ye all you CERTIFIED organic farmers!! If you paid for organic certification for one or more USDA organic certifications this past year (such as one for poultry and the other for vegetables) then you are eligible to receive some of that money back from the US Government. Michigan Department of Ag and Natural Resources is running this program so you can apply for reimbursement through them. Note that each certificate is eligible for cost share. You can fill out a separate application for each certificate but mail then in one envelope. Clip each certification application separately to [...] 2016-09-07T23:38:41+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=2120You are invited to attend an organic vegetable evening field day http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=1618
Please come and join us in Milan (south on Rt 23, south of Ann Arbor, MI) TOMORROW NIGHT -6-8 pm See Tillage equipment in action Various scenarios of cover crops to reduce weeds and build soil and encourage beneficial insects Vegetable farm selling to multiple markets Books and bulletins useful to you as you improve your farming [...] 2016-09-07T23:38:16+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=1618Deadline to Organic Cost Share QUICKLY approaching Oct 1!! http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=852
Her ye here ye all you CERTIFIED organic farmers!! If you paid for organic certification for one or more USDA organic certifications this past year (such as one for poultry and the other for vegetables) then you are eligible to receive some of that money back from the US Government. Michigan Department of Ag and Natural Resources is running this program so you can apply for reimbursement through them. Note that each certificate is eligible for cost share. You can fill out a separate application for each certificate but mail then in one envelope. Clip each certification application separately to [...] 2016-09-07T23:16:59+00:00Morrone, Vicki http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=852Groundswell Farm for Sale! Buy a successful organic farm in West Michigan http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=55
Please forward<br><br>Groundswell Farm grows 6.5 acres of organic vegetables between Grand Rapids and Holland, MI. The farm sells $200,000 worth of produce through 180 CSA members, 3 farmers' markets, sales to health food stores & restaurants and a wholesale contract for garlic seed. Although the farm is financially successful, the owners would like pursue other dreams and are looking to sell. We are looking for farmers who have 2 years or more of farming experience and would like the chance to meet and work with potential buyers. We are hosting an open house on the farm Thurdays, September 22nd [...]2016-09-06T06:52:27-04:00Katie and Tom at Groundswell http://list.msu.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1609&L=MICH-ORGANIC&P=55